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There's always something interesting and noteworthy going on at UC's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology, from innovative instruction to compelling research to exciting events and presentations. 

CECH is dedicated to telling the stories of the world-changers and community builders who make this college such an amazing place to study and work, and the CECH Headlines page is our dedicated platform for UC News articles, CECH Chats podcasts, video stories, college-level blog entries and more. Scroll on to see what's up at CECH! 

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Santa … I know HIM!

November 18, 2025

Over 100 volunteers gathered at UC’s 1819 Innovation Hub for Tinker Toy Build Day, a fast-paced event where they adapted toys for use by individuals with disabilities.

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The power of mentorship in sport administration

November 17, 2025

David Kelley, director of UC’s sport administration programs, wrote an op-ed for COACH & A.D., a national magazine for athletic administrators and coaches. He discusses how mentorship and internships are vital to developing future leaders in the field.

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The bats came back

November 5, 2025

UC biologist Joe Johnson and students partnered with Great Parks of Hamilton County to renovate a historic barn for both bats and people. The collaboration blends conservation, ecology and technology to support local wildlife and public education.

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IDD Education Center expands STEM opportunities for students with disabilities

November 3, 2025

The University of Cincinnati’s IDD Education Center is creating hands-on STEM pathways for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preparing them with real-world skills, confidence, and career opportunities — thanks to support from the Ohio Deans Compact and partnerships with industry leaders like Siemens and Procter & Gamble.

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Grad student Joey Yong found leadership, networking opportunities at UC

October 23, 2025

Joey Yong is a graduate student in the UC School of Information Technology's Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) program. As she nears graduation this December, the central Kentucky native looks back on the invaluable instruction, networking opportunities and leadership lessons she gained during her time at UC.


Podcast

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Episode 7

In this special episode of CECH Chats, Robert Hirsch – chief of the Miami Township police department and a two-time alum of UC’s School of Criminal Justice – speaks with school director JC Barnes about his experience as a UC student. He also goes into detail about a very special study, executed in partnership with the School of Criminal Justice, aimed at reducing dangerous motorist speeds on a stretch of road next to a school for children with hearing impairments.

Check out more episodes of "CECH Chats" to hear from faculty, students and staff doing amazing work at UC's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services and Information Technology


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